Passaic County News
By TAPINTO TOTOWA STAFF
April 7, 2026
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - The Passaic County Board of County Commissioners will host its third annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 25, at Rifle Camp Park, inviting residents to spend the day outdoors with nature-themed activities, environmental education and hands-on community events.The free ...
WAYNE, NJ — A Ringwood man was arrested following an investigation into alleged online activity involving child sexual abuse material, according to the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office.Matthew M. Graney, 31, was taken into custody on March 28 in Jackson Township and later brought to the Sheriff’s ...
PATERSON, NJ - Dr. Steven Rose, who served as president of Passaic County Community College (PCCC) since 1996 and oversaw the institution’s dramatic growth into one of New Jersey’s largest community colleges, has died.“It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved ...
WAYNE, NJ — The text looks official. It references a court, lists a case number, names a judge, and warns of consequences if you don’t act. There’s even a QR code to “settle your unpaid balance.”It’s also a scam.The Passaic County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about fraudulent messages ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - Passaic County is cooperating with state and federal officials following a malware attack on its systems earlier this week.On March 4, county officials announced that a malware attack affected the Information Technology (IT) systems and disrupted phone lines. The county ...
PASSAIC COUNTY - Passaic County is seeking community volunteers to participate in the 2026 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count, a federally required, one-day effort that provides a snapshot of individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the county.The 2026 PIT Count will take place Jan. 28 and ...
WAYNE, NJ — Wayne officials are preparing to formally introduce the ARRIVE Together crisis-response program, a statewide initiative that will pair specially trained police officers with mental health clinicians during certain crisis-related 9-1-1 calls. Something that is not new for the Wayne PD, ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - The Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs (DCHA) is looking for new volunteers to help bring local history to life through its expanded Docent Training Program in 2026. The program offers hands-on training for adults interested in leading tours, guiding ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - As the federal government shutdown continues to cause disruptions for residents who rely on federal food assistance programs, the Passaic County Board of County Commissioners will host a Hot Dinner Distribution on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Passaic County Senior ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ – Route 23 northbound is scheduled to have temporary traffic stoppages Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, to reopen the newly reconstructed left side of the Route 23 northbound Bridge over Pequannock River as the bridge replacement project nears completion ahead of schedule in West ...
PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County is changing the way residents access its Home Energy Program, with new office hours and locations beginning Oct. 1.The Paterson office, located in the Center City Mall at 301 Main St., will now operate only on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fridays will ...
WAYNE, NJ — Veterans and their spouses in Passaic County will soon have the opportunity to secure a vital legal document at no cost. On Saturday, September 27, 2025, the Passaic County Surrogate’s Court, in partnership with the New Jersey Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section, will host a “Wills ...
WAYNE, NJ — An evening of great food, entertainment, cigars, and community spirit is set for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, when the Passaic County 200 Club hosts its “Ignite the Night” dinner at The Grand in Totowa. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.The highlight of the evening will be a performance by Gianni ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - A team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) will conduct an on-site review of the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office on Aug. 5, 2025, Sheriff Thomas Adamo announced.The assessment team will examine policies, procedures, management, ...
PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC), the organization announced this week during its national conference in Seattle, Washington.Bartlett will serve as the Region II District ...
WAYNE, NJ - Families across Passaic County are invited to climb aboard, honk the horn, and experience the area’s largest Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, June 7. Hosted by Sheriff Thomas Adamo and the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, the free community event will run from 12 to 4 p.m. at Passaic ...
WAYNE, NJ – Seventeen dead-beat dads and one dead-beat mom - “fugitives,” as labeled by the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office in a statement released to the press - were apprehended recently in a two-day child support enforcement operation.In total, these 18 individuals owe approximately $549,959 in ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - Two longtime Passaic County leaders were honored this week for their more than 20 years each of dedicated public service with their induction into the New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) County Commissioner Hall of Fame.Commissioner Director Pat Lepore and Commissioner ...
PATERSON, NJ - As officials continue shaping Passaic County’s 2025 budget, discussions have focused on key social services, including the Meals on Wheels program. On Monday, Commissioner Rodney De Vore participated in a delivery of the free meals, providing a firsthand look at how the program ...
PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County officials have unveiled the 2025 budget, totaling about $467 million with a 1.8% tax increase to cover medical costs. This marks a decrease from last year’s 1.97% increase. The total budget has also decreased from $493 million in 2024. The budget covers the period from ...
WAYNE, NJ – It’s not news that auto theft is on the rise in Wayne, in Passaic County and across New Jersey. The Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, under newly sworn-in Tommy Adamo, decided to take this issue on and mounted a “countywide operation targeting car thefts.”The operation gave “special ...
WAYNE, NJ – Due to consistent support from members of the Passaic County 200 Club, the club is announcing a major change to their base mission. This non-profit's mission is “simple, yet profound.” Should any first responder - working or volunteering in Passaic County - die while in the line of ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - Passaic County will conduct its annual Point-In-Time (PIT) Count on Wednesday, January 29. This initiative offers a one-day snapshot of homelessness, providing essential data to guide resources, improve services, and promote effective interventions for those in need.The PIT ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Resident and former Passaic Valley Sewerage Commissioner Robert Joseph Davenport died on January 10, 2025. He was 87.Davenport, who was born in Paterson, moved to Hawthorne where he lived for more than 55 years.In a statement released on January 15, The Passaic Valley Sewerage ...
WAYNE, NJ - Passaic County held a swearing-in ceremony on January 7 to mark the official induction of new leadership for the county. The event, attended by State and local officials, community members, and family, celebrated the election of Thomas Adamo as Passaic County Sheriff and the swearing-in ...
WAYNE, NJ – Though the results are still considered unofficial until the county clerk certifies them, your next Sheriff of Passaic County is projected to be the Democratic candidate and Wayne resident Tommy Adamo, a recently retired Chief of the Law Enforcement Division of the Sheriff’s Office. The ...
PASSAIC, NJ - Passaic County has announced the upcoming launch of its micro-transit program, "Passaic County MOVE," designed to expand transportation options and improve accessibility for residents in Passaic and Clifton. Scheduled to debut in mid-2025, this initiative offers flexible, equitable ...
WAYNE, NJ - Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) officially unveiled the John Currie Biotechnology Innovation Center with a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony on Tuesday. The new, state-of-the-art, 55,000-square-foot facility is named in honor of John Currie, whom officials referred to as ...
PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County recently bid a fond farewell to two beloved members of the Sheriff’s Office Mounted Division. Horses Mount Doc and Mount Duke, who have served the community with dedication and distinction, officials said, are retiring after approximately a year with the Mounted ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Passaic County Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions to secure funding aimed at bolstering services for vulnerable populations at their recent meeting.The first resolution authorizes the County of Passaic to apply for and accept a $1.3 million grant from the New Jersey ...